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BMW 530

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,926 cc

L70 RGJMOT history

L70 RGJ is a green diesel BMW 530 first used on 2 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 174,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 28 Dec 2023
Mileage
174,814 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 RGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 RGJ was last recorded at 174,814 miles on 29 Dec 2022, 374 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,440 miles · 14 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
374 miles
Average per year
4,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 174,814 miles
  • 2020 – 174,440 miles
  • 2019 – 173,964 miles
  • 2018 – 172,495 miles
  • 2017 – 170,790 miles
  • 2016 – 168,075 miles
  • 2015 – 166,088 miles
  • 2014 – 163,830 miles
  • 2013 – 161,253 miles
  • 2012 – 156,940 miles
  • 2011 – 151,775 miles
  • 2010 – 141,942 miles
  • 2009 – 133,392 miles
  • 2008 – 124,679 miles
  • 2007 – 115,584 miles
  • 2006 – 106,160 miles
  • 2005 – 101,312 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,814 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,814 miles (+374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    174,814 miles
    Test number
    131514319271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass174,440 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    174,440 miles
    Test number
    696966557320
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail174,440 miles (+476)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,440 miles
    Test number
    762654449812
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass173,964 miles (+1,469)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    173,964 miles
    Test number
    858784937216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass172,495 miles (+1,705)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    172,495 miles
    Test number
    583192706531
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass170,790 miles (+2,715)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    170,790 miles
    Test number
    141109928997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass168,075 miles (+1,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    168,075 miles
    Test number
    242323233707
    • AdvisoryBrake and fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering

  8. Pass166,088 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    166,088 miles
    Test number
    392551585782
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail166,053 miles (+2,223)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,053 miles
    Test number
    990406550464
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort 40 (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass163,830 miles (+2,577)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    163,830 miles
    Test number
    478282944297
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNearside park brake efficiency poor. Advise repair/adjustment.

  11. Pass161,253 miles (+18)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    161,253 miles
    Test number
    319015833245
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre smooth on inner edge.
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail161,235 miles (+4,295)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,235 miles
    Test number
    227814333223
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre smooth on inner edge.
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass156,940 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    156,940 miles
    Test number
    859894742233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Fail156,940 miles (+5,165)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,940 miles
    Test number
    527833642293
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Fail151,775 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,775 miles
    Test number
    376750451420
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront wipers poor.

  16. Pass151,775 miles (+9,833)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    151,775 miles
    Test number
    806270051223
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront wipers poor.

  17. Pass141,942 miles (+86)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    141,942 miles
    Test number
    871014300242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail141,856 miles (+8,464)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,856 miles
    Test number
    153558190117
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass133,392 miles (+22)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    133,392 miles
    Test number
    301941419244
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  20. Fail133,370 miles (+8,691)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,370 miles
    Test number
    752883009231
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  21. Pass124,679 miles (+9,095)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    124,679 miles
    Test number
    160714808212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass115,584 miles (+9,424)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    115,584 miles
    Test number
    453417297141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass106,160 miles (+4,848)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    106,160 miles
    Test number
    984658696137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass101,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    101,312 miles
    Test number
    151724305273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L70 RGJ

Does L70 RGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L70 RGJ expired on 28 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L70 RGJ?
The MOT on L70 RGJ expired on 28 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L70 RGJ done?
L70 RGJ was recorded at 174,814 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2022, an average of 4,216 miles a year.
Has L70 RGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 RGJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on L70 RGJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L70 RGJ find?
L70 RGJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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